Event Host - Open Christchurch 2025

Voluntary Community Development Community Services Other

Job Description

Open Christchurch is an annual, one-weekend-only festival of exceptional architecture in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Run by Te Pūtahi - Centre for Architecture and City Making, the festival, along with building partners and kaitiaki, will open up over 50 buildings for the weekend 2 - 4 May 2025, inviting the public to discover their city through architecture. 

Access to these great buildings and examples of design is an opportunity to both appreciate the aesthetic and spatial qualities of buildings, and to explore the connection between architectural design, storytelling, identity and place. There will be volunteers at each venue over the weekend, who will assist with information giving, facilitating expert tours, and health & safety. Almost all roles are customer-facing. 

We have a variety of roles available: Hosts, Support Crew and assistance in the lead up to the event.

  • The key responsibilities include: 
  • Welcoming visitors
  • Actively sharing general information about Open Christchurch and any tours/activities taking place
  • Noting audience numbers 
  • Communicating with Volunteer HQ as required during their shift(s)
  • Participating in both general and site-specific Health and Safety Training

Volunteers are a vital part of Open Christchurch, and we would love for you to join us.

Organisation

Te Putahi - Christchurch Centre for Architecture & City-making

Job Summary

Do you have an interest in architecture? Enjoy connecting with people and exploring the stories of our city? We are looking for volunteers to join our team as Event Hosts for this weekend when we open up 50+ buildings to the public!

How to apply

Please complete the EOI form linked below and we will be back in touch with you. 

Sector

Not for Profit